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Weekly Messages - Community Church of Greensburg | Batesville
Community Church of Greensburg and Batesville
Community Church is creating a place where everybody - regardless of where they are on the faith journey - can take their next step in their relationship with Jesus. Our messages are relevant and applicable wherever you are in life. Join Lead Pastor Seth Bartal and Campus Pastors John Vadeboncoeur and Dan Pratt as they invite us into a vibrant life of faith.
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I want to believe, but… If we are honest, many of us have a few questions that comb in the back of our minds causing us to doubt about God, the Bible, or Jesus. If we don’t personally have these doubts, we usually have family and friends that do. I want to believe, but…The completion of that statement is a barrier to putting faith in Jesus. In this…
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It may surprise you to discover that faith doesn't actually grow on its own. We often let excuses and distractions hold us back. But what if overcoming those excuses is the key to a deeper relationship with God? Learn how intentional actions can ignite your faith and lead to the abundant life God has for you.…
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Growth is a part of life. From the early stages of development, our physical strength grows, our understanding of the world grows, and even our ability to connect with others can grow. But there’s one area we don’t tend to think about growing, and that’s the area of faith. It may surprise you to hear that not only is our faith capable of growing, b…
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Has anyone ever asked you what God’s story is? Some of us may feel more comfortable answering that than others, but trying to help someone understand the Gospel can be hard - especially for someone who doesn’t believe what anything in the Bible says. One of the most effective ways to tell someone about God’s story is actually through your story as …
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If you didn't grow up in church, stepping foot inside a church can feel like stepping into a different world. Often unintentionally, Christians create barriers that make it difficult for people to turn to God. At Community Church, we want to remove those barriers and create intentional environments that foster a meaningful faith experience. Learn h…
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Have you ever wondered how you got where you are? As simple as it sounds, you got where you are because you made a series of decisions that took you there. While our choices seem insignificant in the moment, over time we discover they are often a pathway to something bigger that isn’t always better. King Jeroboam learned this lesson the hard way wi…
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Why is it that our worst decisions often involve the wrong people? Why don't we pay more attention to the people we pay attention to? In the account of Rehoboam, a king whose poor choice of advisors led to disaster, we discover an important lesson about influence. Perhaps from his life, we can learn how to avoid the traps of bad influence and find …
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Ever wonder how to make the right choices when life gets complicated? Google searches are great when the problems are simple, but when there's more on the line, it's difficult to know how to navigate life's toughest decisions. Through Israel's kings, we learn how trusting in God’s guidance can lead to a life of clarity, purpose, and fulfillment.…
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We all have regrets and mistakes we’d rather keep hidden. But what if there's a way to ensure our lives are not defined by our failures? Our failures don’t have to destroy our futures, even when we haven't always lived up to what's on display in our highlight reels. As we explore Israel's kings, discover how to navigate your past with grace and hop…
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Do you ever struggle with the urge to control things around you? We all want a bit of control, but ironically, it's in our need to control that we discover a lack of control. What if rather than striving to control, we were striving to obey? How might we see God show up in our everyday lives?By Seth Bartal
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Do you ever find yourself doing something just to fit in? Built within every one of us is a desire to be accepted and to be like everybody else. But what if being like everybody else isn't why we were created? What if God has something better in store for us?By Seth Bartal
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This Father’s Day, join us for a special conversation with Dick Towner, a cherished friend and mentor, as we talk about life lessons that he has learned on his journey. From embracing success and intentionality to tuning into God’s direction and the power of reflection, Dick shares his wisdom on living a life marked by generosity and gratitude. Dis…
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All of us have had painful moments in our lives. Times where we are left stunned, hurt and wondering what to do next. In those moments, we all have a crucial decision to make: how will we let this defining moment define us? As we continue in the story of Jacob this week, we will see how he chose to answer that question and help provide some example…
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Doesn't it feel like most of us are wrestling with life? Whether it is with family, work, success, or relationships, it often seems that we are doing all we can to exert our force and pin life to the mat for the win. We might not realize it, but when we wrestle with life, we actually are wrestling with God. Today we look at a famous person from the…
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In a world where Christianity often gets reduced to a label, what if we refocused on what truly defines us? Discover how Jesus's call to "love one another" challenges us to go beyond belief and live out a faith that radically transforms lives and communities. Join us to uncover the heart of genuine discipleship.…
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How often do we look for loopholes in life to bypass a commitment to doing what we know is right? As it turns out, Jesus challenges us to genuine discipleship, where love and integrity eclipse the shortcuts. Join us to explore a faith that truly transforms.By Seth Bartal
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When we think about our relationship with God we tend to think about how our behavior either alienates us from Him or wins His approval. But what if we’ve been approaching God wrong? What if it's not approval or disapproval of our behavior that matters? What if there’s something far more important for us to pay attention to?…
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When we consider the unexpected ways Jesus loved, it challenges us to rethink our own approach to love today. What if we could learn what it truly means to love like Jesus? Perhaps it would transform our relationships and the world around us.By Seth Bartal
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Let's rediscover what it truly means to follow Jesus beyond just the label "Christian." Discover the transformative power of living as genuine disciples, capable of preserving and illuminating the world around us. In doing so, perhaps we’ll begin seeing how God places each of us strategically in order to make a different for eternity.…
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In a world filled with labels and judgments, we're invited to challenge the status quo of what it means to be a true follower of Jesus. Join us as we navigate the delicate balance of holding each other accountable in love, while extending grace and understanding to all, reminding us that the journey of faith is not about judging from those outside …
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Quick to judge and slow to forgive marks the way many Christians operate, and yet when we explore what it truly means to embody Jesus's teachings, we discover He operated differently. Perhaps a shift in our mindset has the power to turn those who quit Christianity into those who are attracted to Jesus.…
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The Resurrection of Jesus is an unparalleled dividing line, not just in history, but in our own stories. It's God's invitation to a life designed for more than we can imagine. Discover how embracing this moment can transform your life - marking a before and after - so you may be filled with purpose, joy, and the fullness what God has intended for y…
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In one week it will be Easter Sunday: a celebration of life and victory. But before the empty tomb, there was a cross and death; and before that, there was another key character in the Easter story that is worth looking at: Pilate. And as we study the role he played in the Mystery on Skull Mountain and what he is most remembered for, it can prompt …
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Have you ever had those moments when what you want is different from what someone else wants in a situation? Or times in your life when some issue or situation is weighing heavy on you? Those times can not only be frustrating, but they can also bring on anxiety and sadness. So what should we do with those wants and feelings we are having? Where or …
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What's the point of religion? Is it simply to give comfort to the old and hope to the young? Is it a means of power and control? Or perhaps those are simply abuses of what God so generously gave for a bigger purpose... a better purpose. What if embracing God's love and laws with a humble heart can actually lead us to experiencing something we never…
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As we approach the mystery at Skull Mountain, join us as we dive into an unsettling journey of betrayal and reflection, where the shadows of our choices loom large. The narrative of the Crucifixion of Jesus invites us to acknowledge our own role in this account of sacrifice and redemption, and it invites us to find grace in our darkest moments.…
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Unlock the power of daily connection with the divine by taking practical steps to integrate the wisdom of the Scriptures into your everyday life. Find your ideal time and place, choose a reading plan that resonates, and engage deeply through highlighting, journaling, and prayer. Discover how this ancient Text, alive and active, can shape your decis…
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Dive into the epic saga of redemption through a message that simplifies the Bible's vast narrative into a relatable story. Explore the journey from creation to covenant, and witness how this ancient text still shapes our lives today. Discover the Bible's unified story of a Father's relentless pursuit of us, its division into understandable parts, a…
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Ever wondered if life's answers are hiding in plain sight? Discover a timeless message that transcends daily noise, offering wisdom to illuminate your path and transform your perspective. Join us in exploring this profound simplicity and how it can guide your decisions and life.By Michael Washington,
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In a world that’s completely focused on self, have you ever noticed how unhappy so many people are? It’s almost as though, the more we focus on what we want, the less happy we become. It’s into that mindset that Jesus invites people to deny themselves to embrace His way in order to discover a paradox of true fulfillment.…
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Have you ever wondered how to know if God is pleased with you? Often we tie ideas of our physical circumstances to God’s blessing and our worthiness. But what if that’s all wrong? Explore the true basis of God's approval and how it liberates us from the 'If I, then God must' mindset.By Seth Bartal
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We all follow something or someone. But what if our restlessness stems from following the wrong leader? What if Jesus’ invitation to follow Him offers the solution we’re looking for – rest for our souls?By Seth Bartal
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Ever questioned if you're good enough for God? Deep down, we all grapple with our own goodness and sense barriers to truly connecting with Him. Identifying what keeps us from God is a pivotal step in our Soul Quest.By Seth Bartal
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New Year's resolutions often reveal our deeper longings for a better self, yet they can leave us feeling stuck in the same old patterns. As we begin this New Year, let's explore the restlessness within us and the paradox of seeking fulfillment. Discover how our deepest desires point us towards a profound Soul Quest, and how true transformation begi…
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The birth of Jesus defied all expectations, offering the world hope in the most humble form. This Christmas Eve, rediscover the awe and wonder of the Christmas story, revealing how true hope wasn't born in a palace, but in a manger.By Seth Bartal
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The holiday season is a time of waiting, but waiting doesn't have to be a frustrating pause in our lives. What if, by waiting on God, we can turn periods of stillness into investments in hope.By Seth Bartal
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In a world riddled with uncertainty, it's easy to find ourselves feeling hopeless. But what if our greatest uncertainties are actually the birthplace of hope? This week, we confront the uneasy truth that hope often emerges in the midst of our doubts and fears, much like the unexpected hope that was found at the first Christmas.…
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Ever felt enveloped by darkness, especially during what's supposed to be the 'most wonderful time of the year'? Explore how even our darkest nights are not beyond the reach of God's gracious light, offering a fresh perspective on hope during the holiday season.By Dave Choutka
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With the Thanksgiving leftovers still cooling and a holiday of gratitude just behind us, why does it seem that the upcoming Christmas season moves us from a spirit of thankfulness to one or grumbling and frustration? Whether it is the business of the holidays or just life circumstances in general, it feels like we can easily and quickly lose our pa…
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Ever wonder why it's so easy to complain but so hard to be thankful? Complaining feels good in the moment, but it rarely leads to better circumstances. What if God has something better for us than complaining? What if learning to be thankful could lead us to what we're all ultimately looking for when we complain?…
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Have you ever been disappointed in God or thought He should have come through for you? I think we all have at one time or another. Join us this week as Dave Choutka the Author of Walking Through The Valleys shares the story of Lazarus found in John 11 and reminds us that no tomb is too dark for God's light to shine.…
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Dave Choutka the Author of Walking Through The Valleys shares the Walk to Emmaus story found in Luke 24 and how a seven mile walk led to a table that Jesus invites all of us to.By Dave Choutka
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When it comes to our understanding of the Holy Ghost, often we focus on what God did in the past in “those people back then.” But if the same Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead is alive in us even today, then the question is what does He want to do in us today?By Seth Bartal
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One thing that creates a common bond between all of humanity is we all have a need to breathe. Every day we respire thousands of times - breathing in and out. But where does the ability to breathe come from? Who put the breath inside us in the first place? How can we breathe in a way that brings us life as we’ve never experienced it before?…
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One of the most mysterious aspects of following Jesus is learning there is a Holy Ghost that comes and lives inside of us. In a world full of ghost stories and a fascination with the unseen spiritual world, how we understand the role of the Holy Ghost is important. 1. Can you remember a time when you felt confident because someone was with you? 2. …
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Following Jesus is a paradox. On one hand we come to church looking for something to fill us up, but on the other hand, the more we allow Jesus to fill us up, the more we’re invited to stop focusing on ourselves. The gravitational pull in life is always toward meeting our own needs, but in an interesting twist, Jesus invites to meet our needs by lo…
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More people know about Jesus than about anyone else in the history of the world. Knowing about a person, however, is vastly different than actually knowing a person - and there’s the rub. Jesus didn’t invite his followers to simply know about him; he invited them to recognize something special about him that has the power to transform lives.…
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We all know someone who could use God in their life. The problem is, those same people have often had a bad experience with the people who represent God. So how do we overcome the barriers that keep people from moving in God’s direction?By Seth Bartal
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To paraphrase the catchphrase of a cartoon many of us watched as kids: "knowing is half the battle." Knowing and learning is great, especially when it comes to what the Bible teaches us, but if we don't do anything practical with what we learn, that knowledge doesn't have a whole lot of value. Today we are not only going to spend some extra time in…
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Parenting is one of the few things that helps uncover just how selfish we are as people. In the epic clash of egos between parents and kids, the temptation of parents is to dominate over their kids and push them into becoming what the parents want them to be. But what if there’s a better way to parent? What discovery would we make if we could get o…
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